Manufacturing Engineering Co-op: Automation & Process Improvement

Bosch Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Bosch Group in Charleston is offering a co-op opportunity for Engineering students to support production lines, identify solutions for gaps in capacity, and drive output and quality improvements. You will develop software tools, update manufacturing documentation, and collaborate across teams to enhance process robustness on automotive manufacturing lines.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with interests in industrial automation, machining, and fixture design.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical preferred).
• Strong interest in special machinery, automation, or manufacturing systems in automotive industry.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, concept development, and system-level thinking.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate troubleshooting on equipment or process issues.
• Communicate project status with management.
• Develop software tools to improve data transparency.
• Plan production trials focusing on equipment quality and documentation.
• Assist with training and documentation for hourly and salaried staff.
• Troubleshoot production problems and root causes.
• Update drawings to improve equipment robustness.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing docs such as Work Instructions and PFMEA numbers.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Industrial automation

System-level thinking

Project-driven environment

Fast-paced work

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

PowerBI

Excel

SolidWorks

CNC

Job description

Bosch Group in Charleston is offering a co-op opportunity for Engineering students to support production lines, identify solutions for gaps in capacity, and drive output and quality improvements. You will develop software tools, update manufacturing documentation, and collaborate across teams to enhance process robustness on automotive manufacturing lines.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with interests in industrial automation, machining, and fixture design.